Accounts Receivable Manager

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Manager to lead key receivables and shared services activities for a manufacturing organization in Fort Collins, Colorado. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is suited for a finance leader who can strengthen reporting accuracy, guide a high-performing team, and elevate service levels for business partners. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in accounts receivable operations, process optimization, and compliance-focused financial management.Responsibilities:• Lead and develop the shared services accounts receivable team by overseeing staffing, onboarding, coaching, goal setting, and ongoing performance management.• Direct daily receivables operations, including billing, cash application, cash activity review, and commercial collections, to support timely and accurate account resolution.• Oversee the preparation and review of financial reporting deliverables, account reconciliations, and month-end close activities to ensure dependable and prompt results.• Analyze operational and financial metrics to identify trends, measure team effectiveness, and drive informed decision-making across receivables functions.• Improve workflows and controls by evaluating current processes, recommending enhancements, and implementing changes that increase efficiency and reduce risk.• Maintain compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements while supporting internal and external audit activities.• Resolve escalated issues from internal and external stakeholders with professionalism, responsiveness, and a strong customer service mindset.• Partner with cross-functional teams to support accounts receivable systems usage and strengthen shared services performance across the organization.